Breakthrough in EU-Japan aviation
relations

Following Vice-President Tajani's visit to Tokyo
and his constructive talks with the transport Minister of Japan Mr Kaneko, a
fare reaching agreement has been achieved which will pave the way to
significantly enhance the air transport relations between both
sides.

Vice-President Tajani has stated “I am extremely pleased that the EU
Commission and Japan have agreed to further develop and strengthen their
aviation relations. This is indeed good news for our citizens and for our
industry. This represents a win-win situation for both sides”.

The EC and Japan have agreed:

the recognition of the European designation of carriers in the bilateral
agreements with EU Member States;

closer cooperation to seek solution in relation to security restrictions on
liquids;

to strengthen the cooperation concerning reciprocal acceptance of
certification of aeronautical products thought the European Aviation Safety
Agency (EASA).

This closer cooperation may also cover other relevant
aviation issues including air traffic management and, in particular, the SESAR
programme.